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Hilary Halstead Scott is the President of Halstead, a wholesale jewelry supply company in Northern Arizona. She is the second generation of Halsteads to own and operate the business. Hilary has an MBA in Marketing and a Masters of International Business.

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Easily display jewelry at your retail store with Halstead's jewelry carding services when you orde rfrom our ready to sell collection!

Jewelry Carding Services

Easily display jewelry in your retail store with Halstead's carding services. Carding your jewelry has many benefits and when you have an approved wholesale account with us we'll do the carding for you - just add your own branding!

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Western styles have made a comeback thanks to popular TV shows. Consider adding western themed jewelry to your retail store to keep on trend.

Wholesale Western Jewelry for Retailers

Western styles have made a comeback thanks to popular TV shows. Consider adding western themed jewelry to your retail store to keep on trend.

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Wholesale gold-filled jewelry is a popular choice for retail stores. Learn about this quality jewelry material and how it can work for you.

Where to Buy Wholesale Gold-Filled Jewelry

Wholesale gold-filled jewelry is a popular choice for trendy fashion boutiques and gift shops. Learn more about this quality jewelry material and how it can fit into your retail store.

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If you're looking for some new product inspiration for your outdoors store, consider adding some outdoor and nature themed jewelry.

Wholesale Nature Jewelry for Outdoor Retailers

As an outdoor retailer, if you're looking for some new product inspiration, consider adding some outdoor and nature themed jewelry to your store for the customers who want to dress up their outdoor style.

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Adding pet jewelry to your retail store is a great way to set your business apart with your pet loving customers.

Wholesale Pet Supplies – Pet Jewelry for Retailers

Pet parents love showing off their love for their pets! Adding pet jewelry to your retail store is a great way to set your business apart with your pet loving customers.

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What do you do when commodity markets swing? This article will explore how jewelry artists should respond to changes in gold and silver prices.

Understanding Volatility in Gold and Silver Prices - lock

What do you do when commodity markets swing? This article will explore how jewelry artists should respond to changes in gold and silver prices.

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There are a variety of services available to small jewelry businesses. We're taking a look at some of the services and courses for small businesses.

Free Small Business Courses for Jewelry Artists - lock

Did you know that small business management classes are available for free? There is a good chance that there are offices and a professional mentor available within 100 miles to help you launch your small jewelry business. This article will explore the amazing array of services offered by the SBA, SBDC, and SCORE. It will also explain how these organizations are alike and different from one another.

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Getting a jewelry business loan is intimidating. But getting financing to fuel your small jewelry business can help you get to the next level. How do you start?

How to Get a Jewelry Business Loan - lock

Bank loans are intimidating. But getting financing to fuel your small jewelry business can help you get to the next level. How do you start? What do you need to do? What if you get rejected for a jewelry business loan? You have questions and we have answers.

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Learn about the major contributors to the silver jewelry supplies trade to make better informed sourcing decisions.

Silver Jewelry Supplies by Nation of Origin

The silver jewelry trade has a rich history. There are centers of production in the world where jewelry manufacturing took root generations ago. These market leaders are each known for different strengths. Learn about the major contributors to the trade to make better informed sourcing decisions.

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Personal safety in the jewelry business is an important issue. Use these tips to keep you and your inventory safe at home and on the road.

10 Tips for Personal Safety in the Jewelry Business - lock

Personal safety is an important issue in our field. Unfortunately, it is rarely given due attention until the aftermath of a tragedy when a member of our community is the victim of burglary or assault. This article will explore basic prevention strategies to protect yourself and your inventory.

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Every jewelry designer loves some press coverage! Read on for tips to create a media kit that will put your designs in front of editors.

How to Create a Press Kit for Jewelry Artists

Every jewelry designer loves a little press coverage! Read on for tips to create a jewelry press kit that will easily put your business and designs in front of editors and influencers.

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An elevator pitch is the cornerstone of jewelry sales that every small business owner needs. If you missed out on the binge-watching era of

Tips to Nail Your Jewelry Sales Pitch

Learn how to craft the perfect jewelry sales pitch for client prospects. You can meet leads literally anywhere, even in an elevator. Grab their attention quickly and get that follow-up.

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Great advice for metalsmithing and jewelry students on options for entry level career paths. Learn about potential job opportunities and how to find them.

Career Options for Jewelers

Career Services at universities don't often cater to jewelry students entering the field after graduation. Get specialized advice on how to enter the jewelry work force and earn a living. This article explores jewelry jobs and career information.

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Pricing your jewelry can be one of the trickiest aspects to running a jewelry business. We've created a guide to help you make sure you are not only covering your costs, but making a living while doing what you love.

Pricing Your Jewelry

Pricing your jewelry can be one of the trickiest aspects of running a jewelry business. We've created an interactive tool and accompanying free webinar to help you make sure you are not only covering your costs but making a living wage.

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Liver of sulfur is perfect for adding oxidized patinas to your brass, copper or silver jewelry designs. Learn our top tips for getting the best results.

6 Tips for Using Liver of Sulfur

From set-up to helpful tips, read why Liver of Sulfer makes such a great jewelry patina and is an essential product to have in your jewelry studio!

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This overview details an essential jewelry studio tool and its best use: the bench pin and sawing. Learning how to use it and tips for sawing.

New Jeweler's Guide to the Bench Pin and Sawing

Bench pin 101 for new jewelers. Also learn tips and best practices for sawing, one of the bench pin’s primary uses.

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Explore our guide to common types of jewelry clasps and closures used in necklaces and bracelets. Learn terminology & the best applications for each style.

Types of Jewelry Clasps & Closures

Read our guide on types of jewelry clasps and closures popular in today's modern day necklace and bracelet designs. Choose the best clasp for each design with this helpful glossary of terms.

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This glossary of jewelry pliers used for making jewelry in the studio will help you select the tools you need and understand which is best for each task.

Types of Jewelry Pliers

There are many different types of jewelry pliers in the studio and at the bench. Here's our quick glossary guide to jewelry making pliers to help you learn the ropes!

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